Yield: 1 9" pie
| Measure | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| ½ cup | Pitted dates, soaked 2 hrs in 1/4 c water |
| 1¼ cup | Pitted dates, soaked 2 hrs in 1/2 c water |
| 2 cups | Water |
| 4 mediums | Oranges, juiced -=OR=- |
| 1½ cup | Ground almonds |
| ¼ teaspoon | Nutmeg |
| 1 cup | Orange juice |
| 1 teaspoon | Ground psyllium husks, optional |
CRUST
FILLING
CRUST: Cream dates & their soak water with a spoon or electric beaters, until smooth. Stir in the almonds & nutmeg until well mixed. Press the mixture into the bottom & sides of a 9" pie plate.
Make a smooth edge laong the rim.
FILLING: Blend the dates, water, orange juice & psyllium with 2 c shredded coconut until smooth. Stir in the rest of the shredded coconut, along with the vanilla & lemon peel. Pour the mixture into the pie crust, smooth the top. Sprinkle ⅓ c shaved coconut over the top & press down lightly. Sprinkle the rest on top without pressing. Refrigerate for several hours. Will keep up to 3 days.
Frances Kendall, "Sweet Temptations" Submitted By LAWRENCE KELLIE On 03-21-95